Name: N3K-C3132Q-40GX Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q 32 x QSFP+ Ports 40GBase-X Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N3K-C3132Q-40GX
Price: 194.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q is a Layer 3 managed switch providing 32 QSFP+ ports at 40Gbps each, designed to fit into 1U rack spaces. It fits well in data center networks needing high-speed, low-latency connections and flexible routing options, making it suitable for core and aggregation roles where dense 40G connectivity is essential.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N3K-C3132Q-40GX
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32 x QSFP+ (40G)
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+
Port Speed	40GBase-X
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2560 Gbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Access control lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, SSH, RADIUS/TACACS+ support
Management Type	CLI (Cisco NX-OS), NX-API (web/REST), SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q is a high-performance network switch built for data centers and enterprise environments requiring fast, reliable connectivity. It is often found in setups demanding flexible Layer 3 capabilities combined with high port density. Commonly used in core or aggregation layers, this switch supports 32 QSFP+ ports, each capable of 40Gbps, enabling smooth handling of large volumes of network traffic. Network engineers and IT teams benefit from its managed Layer 3 features that simplify complex routing tasks. Key Features High port count with 32 QSFP+ interfaces for scalable connectivity Layer 3 routing support allowing for efficient traffic management Compact 1U design fits standard racks in dense data center environments Low latency architecture suited for demanding network applications Integration with Cisco’s NX-OS software for consistent management This switch is typically deployed in data centers where space and performance are critical. Its ability to handle high-speed connections makes it a reliable choice for backbone networking and cloud infrastructure. IT professionals rely on it to maintain network stability and scalability, helping ensure seamless data flow across large-scale environments.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q switch is primarily deployed in data center environments requiring dense 40Gbps connectivity with minimal latency. It serves network architects and IT teams focusing on high-throughput workloads, such as large-scale virtualization, storage area networks, and high-performance computing clusters. How It's Used: Facilitating high-bandwidth interconnects between leaf and spine switches in data center fabric architectures. Enabling low-latency network segments for real-time financial trading platforms requiring ultra-fast packet processing. Supporting aggregation of storage traffic in SAN environments where rapid data transfer is critical. Serving as a core switch in cloud service provider infrastructures to handle heavy east-west traffic flows. Integrating with virtualization environments to provide scalable and high-speed connectivity for VM migrations and resource sharing. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent low latency and scalable 40G port density within a compact rack footprint. Its Layer 3 routing capabilities further enable flexible network segmentation and optimized traffic management in demanding enterprise and cloud data centers.